However some parents might also want an extra layer of security, at which point you can opt to utilise a passcode where you can restrict games, applications and Blu-Rays that have age ratings.

Equally, you can also restrict the content shown in the PlayStation Store and put in place spending limits to avoid any young ones going on a spending spree.

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SAFE AND SECURE: Parents will value the PS4's several impressive security features.

5. Dig out your PSVita:

You’ve just been bought a brand new PS4 bundle but you’ve only got one controller and your mates coming over for a game of FIFA 16.

You can’t be ungrateful but you can fish out your unwanted PS Vita gathering dust and use that as a second controller.

All you need to do is head to Settings > PS Vita Connection Settings and select Enable Remote Play. From here click on Add Device, and go into the Link app on your Vita, and enter the four-number code the PS4 displays.

Now just log in as a guest on your Duel Shock and voilà you can now enjoy some co-op action without having to buy a second controller.

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6. Ditch the in-game music:

The Spotify app on the PS4’s menu is a godsend because if you really can’t stand the music of a particular game, you can always switch it out and play your own tunes which are more to your liking.

The console should automatically fade out any in-game music when Spotify is playing. However if you have any problems you can still turn down the in-game music in the settings.

And if you want to change any tracks without breaking from your game completely, all you have to do is a quick double press of the PS button to bring up the volume and the ability to skip songs with your R1 button.

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SWEET MUSIC: The Spotify app is ideal for anyone desperate to replace in-game music

7. Share the fun:

One of the biggest features of the PlayStation 4 is Share Play, allowing you to effectively share your games with your friends, even if they don't have the same titles as you.

All you need to do is press the Share button on your controller to access the Share Play menu.

Once there you can either share you screen, pass control to your friend or lets your friend join you in game as if you were playing sat next to each other on the sofa.

The only drawback? There’s a 60 minute limit, but you can still start it up again when that runs out.

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SHARE PLAY: Invite online friends to join your game even if they don't own it themselves.

8. Download some apps:

After hours of gaming you’ll probably need some downtime, so it’s certainly worthwhile downloading a few TV and movie apps to tide you over when your thumbs need a rest.

There’s also quite a selection on the store, including: Netflix, Amazon Prime, BBC iPlayer, Demand 5 and more recently All 4.

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9. Get Sharing:

Without even realising it your PS4 will automatically caches the last 15 minutes of your gaming, meaning everything is already captured for you.

So should you pull off a ridiculous kill in CoD or crash in a volley from 35 yards with Mertesacker, all you need to do is hit the Share button to bring up the menu and start editing your glorious footage ready to be shared to Facebook or Twitter.

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